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Ingredientes
- 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter (6 ounces), room
- temperature
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons vegetable shortening
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
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